When you upgrade from DirXML 1.1a to Identity Manager 3.5.1, the driver configuration might be upgraded. Upgrading driver configurations has two aspects:
Converting the DirXML rules to Identity Manager policies. This is done by a conversion tool, and it does not enhance the functionality of the driver. Legacy drivers run without this conversion, but doing the conversion allows you to view the existing driver configuration in the Identity Manager iManager plug-ins.
You need to thoroughly test to ensure that this step works. We also strongly recommend setting up a test/development environment where you can test, analyze, and develop your solutions. After things are working the way you want, deploy the final product into your production environment.
Upgrading the driver policies to add new functionality. For instance, Identity Manager now uses DirXML script for the functionality that used to be in the style sheets. This level of functionality is best handled by an Identity Manager expert.
See Upgrading a Driver Configuration from DirXML 1.1a to Identity Manager 3.5.1 Format
and Managing DirXML 1.1a Drivers in an Identity Manager Environment
in the Novell Identity Manager 3.5.1 Administration Guide.
Another alternative is to begin with the Identity Manager driver configurations and customize them to do the same things your DirXML 1.1a configuration does.